One day off per session and designated break times throughout each session

IDEAL CANDIDATES

It is impossible for each person on our team to fulfill everything on this list so we aim to build well-balanced and diverse staff teams. However, a successful candidate will meet some combination of the following criteria.

Experience living/working in a residential program

Excited to facilitate and debrief learning outside a classroom

Fluent in environmental justice and social justice conversations

Highly self-aware and able to identify and articulate self-care needs

First aid certification, wilderness first aid, and/or wilderness first responder

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Enthusiasm for environmental science and/or studies

Love for educating and mentoring young people

Positive, can-do attitude with the proven ability to follow through on responsibilities

Strong work ethic, sense of initiative, and resourcefulness

Ability to supervise, delegate, and empower diverse students and staff

Enjoyment of time outdoors including exposure to various temperatures, occasional rain, and humidity

Ability to maintain energy, humor, and enthusiasm in demanding work environments

Excellent team leader and ability to build trust within a small staff team

Emotional maturity with excellent communication and leadership skills, including comfort with public speaking

Adaptability to schedule changes and flexibility with unforeseen challenges

Openness and ability to both give and receive feedback

Professional communication skills with multiple audiences: students, their families, and SPS staff

Experience responding to and deescalating crises, resolving conflicts, and staying calm under pressure

Experience managing risk and making educated decisions regarding the health and safety of a group in a variety of contexts

Ability to push, pull, lift, etc. 20 pounds unassisted and to stand outdoors for 2 hours at a time

How to Apply:

Applications will be reviewed beginning February 26 until the positions are filled. Please email Jane Diener (jane_diener@brown.edu) with your application (including a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three professional references).

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